North Korean hackers steal $1.3M from crypto project by converting $SOL to $ETH. Funds laundered via Tornado Cash. Hackers linked to 25+ attacks since June 2024. Experts urge better vetting and security measures. #CryptoSecurity #CyberCrime
Phantom Wallet resolves balance display bug after user concerns. Despite the issue, user funds remained secure. Launched in 2021, Phantom now boasts over 7M monthly active users, ranking third in July for crypto wallet downloads. #Crypto #PhantomWallet
Crypto Expo Milan 2023 at Studio 90 (Nov 21-23) to host 2,000+ participants. Keynotes, panels on DeFi, NFTs, and regulations. Early bird tickets available until Oct 2024. Exclusive VIP evening on Nov 21 for top-tier networking. #CryptoExpoMilan
Solana-powered AI project Avatar.One surpasses 120,000 active users. Users create 3D AI companions with customizable personalities and voices, addressing global loneliness. Upcoming MATRIX token will enable transactions and governance. $SOL #AI #blockchain #technews
Vitalik Buterin donates 200 $ETH ($532,398) to Animal Welfare Fund, showcasing crypto’s role in philanthropy. This move impacts the meme coin market, highlighting new funding methods for public projects. Read more: [link]
“Sling Money raises $15M in Series A to revolutionize cross-border payments with $USDP. Led by @usv, @RibbitCapital, and @slow, the app offers near-instant, low-fee transfers to 50+ countries. #Fintech #Payments”
FTC to fine crypto influencers up to $50,000 for fake reviews and followers. New rules aim to ensure transparency and fair competition, taking effect in 60 days. #CryptoRegulation #SocialMediaIntegrity
Fidelity’s $BITO and $ETHE ETFs see strong market reception, says Cynthia Lo Bessette. Skepticism lingers for alternative crypto ETFs like Solana. Ethereum ETF staking awaits SEC approval. Fidelity eyes stablecoin and tokenized treasury products. @Fidelity #CryptoNews
Pro-Democrat crypto leaders met with @WhiteHouse officials to discuss regulations. @SenSchumer calls for timely legislation to prevent industry migration, while Rep. @DarrenSoto urges @VP Kamala Harris to prioritize clear crypto guidelines. #CryptoPolicy #Regulations
Marathon Digital ($MARA) acquires 4,144 BTC for $249M, funded by a $300M convertible note offering. This purchase makes Marathon the second-largest corporate holder of Bitcoin with 25,000 BTC. Read more: [link] #Bitcoin #CryptoNews
Morgan Stanley ($MS) discloses 5.5M shares in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ($IBTC), valued at $190M, in Q2 SEC filing. This positions them among the top holders, highlighting institutional confidence in Bitcoin. #Bitcoin #CryptoInvesting
Goldman Sachs invests $418M in Bitcoin Spot ETFs, signaling confidence in crypto. The bank’s largest holding is 6.9M shares in $IBTC, worth $238.68M. Total AUM for Bitcoin ETFs now at 909,700 BTC. #Bitcoin #CryptoNews
Ledger ($LEDGER) and @RevolutApp team up to streamline crypto purchases and boost security. Verified Revolut users in select EEA countries can now buy crypto via Ledger Live using their Revolut accounts or cards. #Crypto #Fintech
Ethereum Layer 2 @Mantle introduces $FBTC, a 1:1 Bitcoin-pegged asset, enhancing Bitcoin’s DeFi utility. This launch boosts $MNT by 5%, driven by investor confidence in new yield opportunities through lending, staking, and liquidity provision. #CryptoNews
